Color
Green, Pink, Purple, Red, White, Yellow
  
Orange, Pink, Purple, Red, White, Yellow
  
Color Meaning
Green - Prosperity and Optimism, Pink - Sensitivity and Love, Purple - Elegance and Pride, Red - Courage, Desire and Love, White - Purity and Innocence, Yellow - Happiness and Friendship
  
Orange - Satisfaction and Passion, Pink - Sensitivity and Love, Purple - Elegance and Pride, Red - Courage, Desire and Love, White - Purity and Innocence, Yellow - Happiness and Friendship
  
Stem Size
0"
  
0"
  
Fragrance
Spicy
  
NA
  
Petals
  
  
Other Characteristics
  
  
Shape
Bowl
  
Trumpet
  
Line
Not Available
  
Not Available
  
Silhouette
Not Available
  
Not Available
  
Blossom Texture
Not Available
  
Not Available
  
Blossom Size
0"
  
0"
  
Form
Not Available
  
Not Available
  
Growing Conditions of
  
  
Sunlight
Full Sun
  
Full Sun, Part Sun
  
Watering
Diligently
  
Diligently
  
Soil
  
  
Type of Soil
Well-drained
  
Well-drained, Loamy
  
Essential Fertilizers
Lime stone, Sulphur
  
Boron, Calcium, Chlorine, Copper, Magnesium, Manganese, Nitrogen, Phosphorus, Potassium, Sulphur, Zinc
  
Common Pests and Diseases
  
  
List of Pests
Cutworms, Spider Mites, Thrips
  
Aphids, Mealybugs, Mites, Scale, Whiteflies
  
List of Diseases
Bacterial leaf spot or blast, Black Spot, blight, Crown gall rot, Downy mildew, Gray Molds, Rust, Wilt
  
NA
  
Bloom Time
Spring Season
  
All year
  
Vase Life
0
  
0
  
Facts
  
  
Origin
Mediterranean Region
  
China, Pacific Islands
  
Interesting Facts of
- After adding food colors to water white carnation changes its color in 24 hours.
- Greatest producer of Carnations is Colombia.
- Latin name of Carnations is Dianthus which means 'flower of the gods'.
  
- In China Hibiscus is also called as shoe flower as they use it to polish their shoes.
- Hawaiian and Tahitian wear this flower behind the right flower to announce that they are single and ready to marry,while married women wear it in left ear.
  
Lifespan
Perennials - a plant that lives for three or more years
  
Perennials - a plant that lives for three or more years
  
Habit
Shrubs
  
Shrubs, Trees
  
Flower Meaning
  
  
Astrological Flower
  
  
Birth Month Flower
  
  
Flower Availability
  
  
Uses
Not Available
  
Not Available
  
Health Benefits
Best remedy for Cough & Cold, Good remedy for Diarrhea, Treats rheumatism
  
Best remedy for Cough & Cold, improves the functioning of the lungs, kidneys, and stomach, Regulates the Menstruation cycle
  
Medicinal Uses
Acts as a antidepressant, Acts as a antispasmodic, Acts as an anti-inflammatory, nourish the skin
  
Acts as an antioxidant, It is Antibacterial, prevents dryness and flaky skin
  
Culinary Uses
Included in wines and cocktails
  
Used in teas
  
Other Benefits
  
  
Cosmetic Uses
Softens skin, Utilized in making essential oils
  
Good for Hair growth, Prevents pre- mature graying, Used in Perfumes, Used in shampoos and soaps
  
Occasional Uses
Anniversary, Decoration, Friendship Day, Wedding
  
Valentine's Day
  
Allergy
Abdominal Pain, Asthma, Headache, Itching, Nausea, Vomoting
  
NA
  
Common Name
  
  
Tribe
  
  
Scientific Name
Dianthus caryophyllus
  
Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis
  
Kingdom
Plantae
  
Plantae
  
Sub kingdom
Tracheobionta
  
Tracheobionta
  
Super Division
Spermatophyte
  
Spermatophyte
  
Division
Magnoliophyta
  
Magnoliophyta
  
Order
Caryophyllales
  
Malvales
  
Class
Magnoliopsida
  
Magnoliopsida
  
Family
Caryophyllaceae
  
Malvaceae
  
Sub Family
NA
  
Malvoideae
  
Genus
Not Available
  
Not Available
  
Number of Species
Not Available
  
Not Available
  
More about Carnation and Hibiscus Facts and color
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Carnation and Hibiscus growing conditions
Absolute growing condition is the only key to keep plants in good health and in good shape. Let’s learn about essential Carnation and Hibiscus growing conditions. Carnation requires Full Sun and Diligently watering with 6.00 of Well-drained soil. Hibiscus needs Full Sun, Part Sun and Diligently watering with 6.00 of Well-drained, Loamy soil. Get other Carnation and Hibiscus facts in the sections below.